Towlson Michael Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Dubai using our in-depth report. By comparing their results to those of similar athletes, we identify key strengths and areas in need of improvement. For this specific race, our analysis is based on the performance of 1000 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

GBR GBR Flag Men 40-44 #93038 01:29:31 37th in AG | Top 67.3% 237th | Top 65.7%
-01:22
42:55
Run Total
-00:09
05:22
Avg. Lap
-00:49
03:55
Best Lap
+01:51
39:46
Workout Total
+00:14
04:58
Avg. Workout
-00:28
06:53
Roxzone

Race Summary

This chart provides a visual summary of the race performance, displaying percentile rankings for all running and workout segments. You can quickly see the strength and the weakness of the athlete.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men

Running

We compare the athlete's running times with peers who have similar finish times. This chart helps you quickly determine if your running pace was too fast or too slow for your overall finish time.

Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Workouts

We compare the athlete's workout times for each station with peers who have similar finish times. This chart helps you quickly identify if any workouts were too fast or too slow relative to your overall finish time.

Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Towlson Michael's performance at each station and run segment compared to the average. It reveals strengths and areas for improvement, providing insights into how the athlete's times stack up against typical HYROX competitors with same finish time.
In HYROX racing, pacing is crucial. The pacing line highlights Towlson Michael's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.

Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Spread of Splits Time

This chart illustrates the spread of splits of all athletes competing in the same division, providing a visual representation of the distribution of times for each split.
Use this chart to compare the Towlson Michael's performance against the competition, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement. This chart includes Top 10%, Top 25%, Top 50%, Top 75%, Top 90%, and Top 100% of the athletes. The outliers have been removed for clarity.

Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men

Improvement Plan

Based on our analysis, here are the focus areas for improvement. The goal is to determine how quickly the athlete could improve on some stations and where is the path of least resistance to improve Towlson Michael's time.

The percentile rank is the current position of the athlete compared to the competition. It goes from 0 to 100, where 0 is the best and 100 is the worst. It show the potential improvement for each station. The athlete should focus on the stations with the highest potential improvement and the biggest duration.

A big improvement in the Farmer's carry station will not be as impactful as a small improvement in the wall ball station for instance. Just click on a station to see how easy it will be to improve and how important it is to focus on it during training.

For this athlete we identified a possible improvement of 04:59. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

02:09 Potential Improvement 43.1% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Burpees Broad Jump 02:09 07:33 to 05:24 43.1%
Wall Balls 01:22 07:52 to 06:30 27.4%
Sandbag Lunges 01:20 06:29 to 05:09 26.8%
Rowing 00:08 04:58 to 04:50 2.7%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:26 to 04:26 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:45 to 02:45 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:52 to 03:52 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:51 to 01:51 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 42:55 to 42:55 0.0%

Splits Time

Towlson Michael Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:55 00:00 04:47 -00:52 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:26 03:55 04:30 -00:04 04:47 -00:52
Running 2 04:55 08:21 05:06 -00:11 09:17 -00:56
Sled Push 02:45 13:16 03:03 -00:18 14:23 -01:07
Running 3 06:03 16:01 05:35 +00:28 17:26 -01:25
Sled Pull 03:52 22:04 05:12 -01:20 23:01 -00:57
Running 4 05:25 25:56 05:34 -00:09 28:13 -02:17
Burpees Broad Jump 07:33 31:21 05:41 +01:52 33:47 -02:26
Running 5 05:29 38:54 05:46 -00:17 39:28 -00:34
Rowing 04:58 44:23 04:53 +00:05 45:14 -00:51
Running 6 05:26 49:21 05:35 -00:09 50:07 -00:46
Farmers Carry 01:51 54:47 02:16 -00:25 55:42 -00:55
Running 7 05:22 56:38 05:35 -00:13 57:58 -01:20
Sandbag Lunges 06:29 01:02:00 05:25 +01:04 01:03:33 -01:33
Running 8 06:22 01:08:29 06:17 +00:05 01:08:58 -00:29
Wall Balls 07:52 01:14:51 06:55 +00:57 01:15:15 -00:24
Roxzone 06:53 01:29:31 07:21 -00:28 01:29:31
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Michael Towlson's performance in the 2024 Dubai HYROX race places him in the top half of both the overall and age group categories, showcasing a commendable level of fitness and competitive spirit. His total running time was 01:27 faster than average, indicating a strong runner's profile. However, a deeper analysis reveals that while Michael excels in running and certain strength exercises such as the Sled Pull and Farmers Carry, there are significant areas for improvement, particularly in the Burpees Broad Jump, Wall Balls, and Sandbag Lunges. These segments significantly impacted his overall time, underlining the need for a balanced training approach focusing both on endurance and strength to improve his HYROX performance.

Segments to Improve:

  • Burpees Broad Jump: Michael's performance in this segment was notably slower than average, suggesting a need for improvement in both technique and explosive strength. Incorporating plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and lunge jumps will help improve explosive power. Additionally, practicing the burpee component separately to increase efficiency and then combining it with broad jumps in training can enhance performance in this specific discipline.
  • Wall Balls: This segment's slower time could be attributed to a lack of upper body strength and endurance. To improve, Michael should focus on increasing his shoulder strength and muscular endurance through exercises like thrusters, push presses, and wall ball drills with varying weights and heights. Emphasizing form and technique during these exercises can also improve efficiency and stamina in this challenging segment.
  • Sandbag Lunges: The slower time in this segment suggests a need for enhanced leg strength and endurance. Incorporating weighted lunges, step-ups, and sandbag carries into his training routine can increase leg and core strength, crucial for improving sandbag lunge performance. Additionally, focusing on lunge technique and stability exercises will help maintain form under fatigue.
  • Roxzone: The slightly faster than average time in the Roxzone indicates less rest or quicker transitions but still leaves room for improvement. Michael should work on improving his overall fitness and efficiency in moving between exercises. Circuit training with minimal rest between exercises can mimic race conditions and improve transition times.

Race Strategies:

  • Pacing: Michael's initial segments show a strong start, but there's a notable drop in performance in high-intensity strength tasks. Implementing a pacing strategy that conserves energy for strength-based obstacles without compromising running speed is crucial. Practicing race simulations that include both running and strength exercises can help find a sustainable pace.
  • Transition Efficiency: Reducing time in the Roxzone through faster transitions can shave seconds off the overall time. Practicing quick changes from running to strength exercises and vice versa during training sessions will help improve transition efficiency during the race.
  • Strength Endurance: Given Michael's runner profile, incorporating more strength endurance training into his routine will balance his performance. Focusing on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that combines strength and cardio elements can enhance his ability to maintain performance levels throughout the race, especially in strength-focused segments.
  • Technique Focus: For segments like the Burpees Broad Jump and Wall Balls, focusing on technique can lead to significant time improvements. Dedicated sessions with a coach or utilizing video analysis to refine technique in these specific exercises can yield better efficiency and performance.

By addressing these targeted areas with a balanced approach to training that includes both strength and endurance work, Michael can look forward to improved performance in future HYROX races. Additionally, incorporating these strategies into his race day approach will help optimize his performance across the board.

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